July 22nd, 2009, 09:29 AM
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Trying to remember member
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Ohio
Posts: 1,470
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Quote:
Originally Posted by joe_padavano
A couple of things to consider. First, for all but the lightest trailers, get a frame-mounted hitch. You will likely need to have one custom made, since the bolt-on ones for these cars are long out of production. Second, get a trans cooler, the bigger, the better. Third, the real limitation will be the brakes. If this is a four wheel drum car, proceed at your own risk. If it's a disk brake car, consider upgrading to the 11" rear drums from a 73-77 A-body (yes, I am aware that the VC already has bigger 9 x 2.5" brakes). Finally, get a set of AirLift bags for the rear springs (as opposed to air shocks).
Properly set up, you should be able to tow 5000 lbs with no problems.
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I'd like to add that if you're considering a car trailer (and hauling a car), insists on having 2 axle trailer brakes and a load leveling hitch.
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